Buyer

About the role

Performs analytical, operational, and administrative tasks in support of Managers, Analysts, and Buyers involved in the purchase or acquisition of goods, assets, processes, patents, copyrights, or possession of other services.

Responsibilities

• Maintains inventory levels and ensures stores or warehouses are fully stocked.
• Conducts detailed research for buyers to assist in decision-making, assesses market trends, and performs cost-benefit analyses of potential vendors.
• Sits in on meetings with vendors, taking meeting notes, and providing supplemental comments during negotiations.
• Verifies purchase request specifications, prepares purchase orders, places orders with vendors, and completes associated paperwork.
• Acquires orders, inspects goods and materials, and returns damaged items to vendors.
• Prepares and maintains purchasing and payment records, keeps receipts for future reference, and provides accurate spending figures to the Finance Department.
• Maintains awareness of market trends and advises management on appropriate pricing strategies.

Requirements

2-3 years purchasing experience - Preferred
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
Advanced Excel Experience - Preferred
Ability to take initiative and work independently
High school diploma or GED

Qualifications

Shift and Hours: Monday - Friday; 8 am to 5 pm.

Pay

The expected starting rate of pay for this position is $23.00 per hour, depending on experience.

Schedule

Monday - Friday; 8 am to 5 pm.

Benefits

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Skills

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Why Join Us?

The company has specialized in providing a high level of service and a large available product offering of the industry’s leading brand names. Chances are, if you need a specific electrical product by name, part number, or application, Cape Electric will have it available either through stock, vendor distribution, or factory order.

Cape Electric’s growth has allowed the company to expand beyond the traditional commercial and industrial markets. Cape Electric’s presence in voice and data communication, utility markets, and residential showrooms has become well established during the past 15 years. And, we’ve successfully merged today’s technologies with our capabilities to become a national supplier to a number of leading U.S. companies.

At the heart of Cape Electric’s business is the people factor. We’ve worked to craft a culture that frees talented people to develop business relationships and become the primary source for their customers’ product related needs. The results have been outstanding.

We invite you to become part of our universe.

Apply now and find out what’s next for you.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Vet/Disabled